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Coronavirus News is a section dedicated to the new coronavirus that is causing an epidemic in China and fast spreading globally. The strain of coronavirus called Covid-19 or also commonly called the Wuhan coronavirus is genetically more potent and faster spreading than the SARS coronavirus. Currently teams are working to develop a new vaccine for this new coronavirus while other teams are trying t...

Utah Becomes 15th U.S. State with H5N1 Infections in Dairy Farms While More Farmworkers Get Infected in Washington

Nikhil Prasad Nov 01, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: H5N1 Avian Flu Confirmed in Utah Dairy Farms The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) has confirmed that highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has infected eight dairy farms in Cache County. This recent outbreak adds Utah to the growing list of 15 states in the U.S. dealing with H5N1 avian flu in cattle. https://ag.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR-Avian-Influenza-C...

Miami study finds that antipsychotics show promise over SSRIs in reducing Long COVID risk for veterans

Nikhil Prasad Nov 01, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the University of Miami and the Miami Veterans Administration (VA) Healthcare System have shed light on the potential of certain mental health medications to reduce the risk of developing Long COVID in veterans. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal COVID, examined how antipsychotic drugs might lower the risk of Long COVID, a condition known to affect pat...

German Study Finds That Emerging COVID-19 Variants Show Strong Resistance to Antibodies and Heightened Cell Entry

Nikhil Prasad Nov 01, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from top German research institutions have conducted an in-depth analysis of the latest SARS-CoV-2 variants, KP.2, KP.2.3, KP.3, and LB.1, uncovering a powerful potential for these lineages to evade antibodies generated by previous infections and vaccines. This study highlights how these variants have evolved to increase their efficiency in entering human cells and avoidi...

Norwegian Study Links Mild COVID-19 and Gut Bacteria to Fatigue in Young Adults

Nikhil Prasad Nov 01, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: A recent study from Norway highlights the significant relationship between COVID-19 and gut bacteria in young adults, linking specific bacterial imbalances with prolonged fatigue. The research team comprised scientists from Akershus University Hospital, Oslo Metropolitan University, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, and the University of Oslo, focusing on young adults aged 12 to ...

Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Metabolic Chaos in Viral Infections

Nikhil Prasad Oct 31, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: Viruses have long been known to manipulate host cells for survival, but new findings reveal they target one of the most critical components of our cells: the mitochondria. Recent studies led by researchers from the Centro de Investigación Veterinaria de Tandil in Argentina and the Medical University of South Carolina show that viruses can disrupt mitochondrial function and met...

New Insights into NeuroCOVID

Nikhil Prasad Oct 31, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19, widely known for its respiratory impact, has proven to leave lingering symptoms in a large population, with many now suffering from what is termed as Post-COVID-19 Syndrome (PCS). Notably, PCS includes neurological impacts, which have gained attention in the scientific community under the term NeuroCOVID. This condition affects the central and peripheral nervous systems, le...

Papaya leaves extract and fruit pulp emerging as a broad-spectrum antiviral

Nikhil Prasad Oct 30, 2024 25 days ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: A Promising Natural Solution for Viral Infections A recent study dives deep into the antiviral potential of the leaves and fruit pulp of the Carica papaya - commonly known as papaya - as a natural remedy for human viral infections. Researchers from Pakistan’s National University of Sciences and Technology, Abdul Wali Khan University, and Atta-ur-Rehman School of Ap...

French Study Claims That SARS-CoV-2 Adapts to Human Cells by Hijacking RNA Processes

Nikhil Prasad Oct 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19 Virus Exploits Human RNA Machinery for Survival, New Study Reveals Researchers at the University of Montpellier and Institut de Recherche en Infectiologie de Montpellier (IRIM) in France uncover how SARS-CoV-2 exploits human cells’ RNA structures to increase its replication efficiency. French Study Claims That SARS-CoV-2 Adapts to Human Cells by Hijacking RNA Pro...

Scientist Warns of Unreliable SARS-CoV-2 Genomic Sequences in GenBank

Nikhil Prasad Oct 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical-News: Concern Over SARS-CoV-2 Sequences on GenBank A recent study raises concerns about the reliability of some SARS-CoV-2 genomic sequences uploaded to GenBank, a crucial database managed by the U.S. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). Professor Xuhua Xia, from the University of Ottawa's Department of Biology and Ottawa Institute of Systems Biology, has scrutinized ...

Polish Study Finds That COVID-19 Causes Diaphragmatic Dysfunction

Nikhil Prasad Oct 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical News: Bialystok Researchers Reveal Respiratory Implications of Long COVID A recent study by researchers from the Medical University of Bialystok in Poland uncovers that COVID-19 may result in significant diaphragmatic dysfunction, affecting breathing and overall health. The team, composed of Dr. Katarzyna Anna Pietranis, Dr. Amanda Maria Kostro, Dr. Zofia Dzięcioł-Anikiej, Dr. Diana Moskal...

The COVID-19 Virus Exploits Host CD55, CD59, and Factor H to Evade Antibody-Dependent Complement-Mediated Lysis

Nikhil Prasad Oct 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: The human immune system has many defenses to protect against viruses and bacteria, and one of these is the complement system. It is a complex network of over 30 proteins in our blood and tissues that attack harmful pathogens. The system can destroy invaders by marking them for other immune cells to attack, calling for help from nearby cells, or directly breaking down the pathogens. ...

New Insights Reveal Human Body's Defense Against COVID-19 Virus

Nikhil Prasad Oct 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: A new study by researchers from Mintek’s Biomedical Group in Randburg and the University of South Africa provides critical insights into how the human body naturally defends itself against the COVID-19 virus. The study team identified specific cellular mechanisms, known as restriction factors, that prevent the replication of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. This ...

Lactate-to-Albumin Ratio, A New Predictor of ICU Outcomes in Severe COVID-19 Patients

Nikhil Prasad Oct 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: Key Findings on ICU Mortality and COVID-19 Researchers from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, “Evangelismos” Hospital, Greece, recently explored the role of the lactate-to-albumin (L/A) ratio as a predictor of ICU mortality in severe COVID-19 patients. In this study involving 805 critically ill COVID-19 patients, they assessed how effectively the L/A ra...

COVID-19 Causes Spleen Enlargement!

Nikhil Prasad Oct 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: Recent findings suggest that COVID-19 might leave a mark on the spleen, potentially altering its dimensions and raising concerns about its impact on overall health. A study conducted by researchers from Green International University and the University of Lahore offers a closer look at how this virus may have long-term effects on our organs. &n...

New Study Sheds Light on How Certain Drugs Could Alleviate SARS-CoV-2's Effects on Human Airway Cells

Nikhil Prasad Oct 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: Understanding the Fight Against SARS-CoV-2 in Airway Cells A groundbreaking study led by researchers from Columbia University Irving Medical Center-USA and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai-USA has uncovered potential drug solutions to mitigate the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on human airway cells. By analyzing how SARS-CoV-2 interacts with and reprograms various cells in the ai...

COVID-19’s Surprising Link to Acute Colon Ischemia

Nikhil Prasad Oct 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an Central Hospital, Ankang Central Hospital, and the Staff Hospital of Changqing Oilfield in China have conducted an illuminating study on how COVID-19 might be associated with acute ischemic colitis - a condition where the blood supply to the colon is reduced, leading to inflammation and da...

Iron Deficiency Observed in Pediatric COVID-19 Cases

Nikhil Prasad Oct 28, 2024 27 days ago

Medical News: A new study conducted by researchers from Mansoura University in Egypt has provided a closer look at how COVID-19 impacts iron levels in children. Led by Dr. Mai S. El-Meshad, Dr. Angi Adel Alwakeel, Dr. Reham M. El-Farahaty, and Dr. Mayada S. Zeid, the study focused on 49 children between 1 month and 18 years old who were diagnosed with either acute COVID-19 or the related condition...

Conformational Changes in COVID-19 Spike Protein Offer New Pathways to Block Viral Entry

NIkhil Prasad Oct 28, 2024 27 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study has revealed a potential new approach to combatting COVID-19 by focusing on a particular protein structure in the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Researchers from Aalto University (Finland), Simon Fraser University (Canada), the Centre for Advanced Technologies (Uzbekistan), National Research University TIIAME (Uzbekistan), Loughborough University (UK), and the University of...

MLL1 Enzyme Identified as Key Driver of Blood Clotting Risks in Severe COVID-19 Cases

Nikhil Prasad Oct 28, 2024 27 days ago

Medical-News: University of Michigan researchers, in collaboration with Hartland High School in Michigan, have made a breakthrough in understanding why some COVID-19 patients experience severe blood clotting issues. This clotting, known as "immunothrombosis," is triggered by an immune response in the blood vessels, posing serious risks during SARS-CoV-2 infections. Led by Nathaniel Parch...

COVID-19 Linked to Certain Eye Risks in Patients with Heart Disease

Nikhil Prasad Oct 28, 2024 27 days ago

Medical News: A new study from researchers in Korea explored the potential for eye-related health risks following COVID-19 infection. Researchers from institutions including Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University, and Kyung Hee University analyzed data to understand if COVID-19 raised risks for ocular issues such as retinal artery occlusion (RAO), retinal vein occlusion (RVO), optic neuri...

Coronavirus S Protein Alters dsRNA Accumulation and Stress Granule Formation by Regulating ADARI1

Nikhil Prasad Oct 27, 2024 28 days ago

Medical News: A recent study reveals a deeper understanding of how the coronavirus manages to sidestep the body’s natural defenses, using its Spike (S) protein to manipulate key immune responses. This breakthrough research, conducted by a team of scientists from prestigious institutions such as Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanjing Agricultural University, and Jiangsu University ...

Japanese Doctors Warn of Link Between COVID-19 and Thymoma-Associated Autoimmunity

Nikhil Prasad Oct 27, 2024 28 days ago

Medical News: Japanese researchers have identified a significant new complication of COVID-19: thymoma-associated multiorgan autoimmunity (TAMA). The condition, typically linked to thymoma - a tumor of the thymus gland - presents symptoms that can resemble the severe and life-threatening graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). This discovery signals another potential risk in the aftermath of COVID-19 fo...

Russia develops new anti-COVID coatings to help stop the spread of SARS-CoV-2

Nikhil Prasad Oct 27, 2024 28 days ago

COVID-19 News: Innovative Virus-Fighting Surfaces Created Scientists have developed special coatings that can kill the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, when it comes into contact with surfaces. These coatings, designed using powerful disinfectants called quaternary ammonium compounds, could be the key to reducing the spread of the virus in public places. Researchers from three leading ins...

Pentoxifylline's Potential Role in Reducing COVID-19 Hospitalizations and Its Implications for Long COVID Management

Nikhil Prasad Oct 26, 2024 29 days ago

Medical News: The search for effective COVID-19 treatments has led scientists to revisit an existing medication, pentoxifylline, traditionally used to improve blood flow in various medical conditions. Pentoxifylline, known for its ability to impact blood vessels and reduce inflammation, is now being examined for its potential in treating COVID-19. Researchers from institutions including Mansoura U...

New study highlights key inflammatory markers CCL2 and CCR2 in COVID-19 as potential therapeutic targets

Nikhil Prasad Oct 26, 2024 29 days ago

Medical News: A team of researchers from the Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences in Iran, led by Dr. Mitra Abbasifard, has conducted an in-depth study examining the role of specific inflammatory markers in COVID-19. Their findings focus on two key proteins, CCL2 and CCR2, which have emerged as important factors in the immune response to COVID-19. The study suggests that the CCL2/CCR2 axis cou...

Statins and RAASI Drugs Linked to Lower IL-6 Levels in COVID-19 Patients

Nikhil Prasad Oct 26, 2024 29 days ago

Medical News: Researchers at the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences have investigated whether widely-used cardiovascular medications, particularly statins and renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitors (RAASI), might reduce inflammation in COVID-19 patients. The study examines the effect of these medications on interleukin-6 (IL-6) levels, a cytokine tied to heightened inflammation and ...

BUN/Cr Ratios Reveal Crucial Link Between Kidney Health and COVID-19 Severity

Nikhil Prasad Oct 26, 2024 29 days ago

Medical News: A recent study has found a strong connection between kidney function indicators and the outcomes of severe COVID-19 cases, especially in patients hospitalized with intense COVID-19 symptoms. The study was conducted by a team of researchers from institutions in Mexico and Bolivia, including the Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias (INER) and Universidad Mayor de San Sim&oa...

New recombinant SARS-CoV-2 variant XEK likely to be the next predominant strain by late Winter, superseding XEC

Nikhil Prasad Oct 25, 2024 30 days ago

Medical News: With winter on the horizon, a new recombinant SARS-CoV-2 variant known as XEK is under the scientific spotlight, showing signs of potentially becoming the dominant strain by late winter. Designated as XEK, this new variant is a recombinant form that combines genetic sequences from the KP.2.3 and XEC variants. New recombinant SARS-CoV-2 variant XEK likely to be the next predomina...

COVID-19 Causes Sugar Modifications of IgA, Which in Turn Contributes to NETosis

Nikhil Prasad Oct 25, 2024 30 days ago

Medical News: Researchers have uncovered critical differences in how the immune system behaves in severe cases of COVID-19, revealing a potential link to blood clot complications seen in critically ill patients. The study focuses on a key immune component - immunoglobulin A (IgA) - and its changes during severe infections, especially in cases of COVID-19 and influenza. COVID-19 Causes Sugar Modi...

Targeting the kinase protein p70S6K may aid in the fight against COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Oct 25, 2024 30 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from several leading institutions have discovered a promising new target for COVID-19 treatments - p70S6K. This protein kinase could play a key role in mitigating the severe inflammatory responses seen in COVID-19 patients, opening doors to new therapies. SARS-CoV-2 PI3K/mTOR binding to toll-like receptor (TLR) pathway activation. TLR recognizes viral proteins and caus...

Czech Republic scientists explore biomarkers for COVID-19 severity

Nikhil Prasad Oct 25, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Understanding suPAR and Other Biomarkers in COVID-19 Patients COVID-19 continues to challenge healthcare systems worldwide, pushing scientists and clinicians to seek more effective ways to predict disease severity. A recent study conducted by researchers from the Military University Hospital Prague and Charles University in the Czech Republic sheds light on the role of soluble uroki...